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Arts & Crafts

A few weeks ago, I had written an entry on literature-based art using the storybooks, Where the Wild Things Are and It Looked Like Split Milk. We’ve found that reading a book together is a really fun way to give … Continue reading →

Arts & Crafts

Have you discovered Pinterest? It’s an online pinboard where individuals share ideas and projects, and it has became a near obsession these days. While browsing through the website, I came across this neat little art project and had to try … Continue reading →

Numbers & Nature

The past few evenings have been absolutely gorgeous so my family and I have been spending quite a bit of time playing outside. Early in the week, as I sat on a bench of our neighborhood park while my kids … Continue reading →

Arts & Crafts

As Emilie Buchwald’s saying goes, “Children are made readers on the laps of their parents.” I want to instill in my children a love of books. I want them to appreciate the magic of books; to see how books provide … Continue reading →

Activities

Just the other day, my daughter asked, “Mommy, I want to paint.” Without even thinking twice, I was quick to discourage her efforts. But as I was saying no, I asked myself why not? The answer was simple. I didn’t … Continue reading →

Activities

My son, Sohan, started coming home from school with odd knick-knacks, ranging from things as simple as popsicle sticks to much more elaborate items like parts from an air conditioner. This odd assortment of things canvassed our living room floors … Continue reading →